For 100 years and counting, Southlake has built healthy communities with a pride for people, place and performance at the heart of everything we do.
As part of our 100th anniversary celebrations, we are thrilled to partner with Village Media and NewmarketToday on the Southlake 100 series.
Dr. Douglas “Doc” Murdoch
Doc Murdoch has decades-long legacy of care, community
In the final story of our series, Dr. Douglas ‘Doc’ Murdoch reflects on a lifetime of support for Southlake — the intersection of community, philanthropy and health care
Southlake’s Paediatric Oncology Clinic
Finding strength close to home for our littlest fighters
Starting small with just 17 patients and a temporary space, Southlake’s pediatric oncology clinic has grown to serve more than 90 active patients and accommodate nearly 140 monthly visits
Dr. Jeremy Hall and Dr. Steven Beatty
From house calls to new heights of health care
Two of the hospital’s long-standing physicians, Dr. Jeremy Hall and Dr. Steven Beatty, share their insights to paint a picture of a Southlake that’s a century in the making
Centennial Babies
CENTENNIAL BABIES MARK EXCITING TIME IN HISTORY
As Southlake celebrates its past, babies born exactly 100 years after the hospital opened on April 18, 1924 represent a bright future
Dan Carriere and Arden Krystal
Former CEOs reflect on what makes care ‘extraordinary’
Dan Carriere and Arden Krystal helped transform a community hospital into a provider of leading-edge care to an entire region, while staying true to values at the heart of the organization
Veronica Evers-Doyle
These volunteers bring ‘pawsitivity’ to patients and staff
Trained to provide affection, comfort and support, Veronica Evers-Doyle and her three generations of Nova Scotia Duck Tollers have volunteered at Southlake for nearly 15 years
Ian Phythian
First cardiac patient pays it forward with heartfelt appreciation
‘Twenty years ago, Southlake helped me to live a long and healthy life, and with all the progress the cardiac program has made since that first surgery, they will do the same and more for the patients who come after me,’ says Ian Phythian
Southlake’s Centennial Summer
Southlake celebrating its centennial with artisan market, movie night
Community invited to Aug. 9 parking lot market, free Movie Under The Stars Aug. 27
Lawrence’s story
Superhero’s visit remains special memory for young cancer patient
‘When your world is falling apart … the smallest gestures can often mean the most,’ says mom, recalling the care, compassion and unforgettable moments at Southlake as her son successfully fought cancer six years ago.
Dr. Yaariv Khaykin
‘Electricians of the heart’ advancing AFib innovation
Dr. Yaariv Khaykin co-launched Southlake’s first electrophysiology program in 2004 — today, the team completes ablations for more than 700 atrial fibrillation patients annually while maintaining the lowest wait times in Ontario.
Olivia and family
Special memories made during family’s most difficult moments
The Southlake team jumped into action to ensure that Lillian, who had been diagnosed with aggressive cancer, would not miss her eldest daughter’s wedding.
Connie Meyers
Longest-serving employee reflects on remarkable 51-year career
‘No matter how big we have gotten, Southlake has never lost its heart. And that comes down to the people who work here and the patients we care for,’ says Connie Meyers, who began her career as a registered nurse at her community hospital in 1973.